Cables & conductors
MV XLPE cables
MV XLPE power cables to IEC 60502-2: conductor, insulation, screen and armour options for 11 kV and 33 kV utility and EPC feeders.
Application & selection
A cable specification beyond cross-section.
Key information for configuration review
- Voltage, conductor material, cores and size
- Screen and armour
- Total length and drum lengths
- Utility specification
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| Rated voltage (U0/U) | 6.35/11 kV, 8.7/15 kV, 12.7/22 kV, 18/30 kV, 19/33 kV |
|---|---|
| Conductor | Copper or aluminium, class 2 stranded, 25 to 630 mm² (reference) |
| Insulation | XLPE, 90 °C continuous; triple extrusion |
| Screen | Copper tape or copper wire screen |
| Armour | SWA (three core) or AWA (single core); unarmoured subject to manufacturer confirmation |
| Sheath | PVC or PE; flame-retardant or LSZH subject to manufacturer confirmation |
| Standard | IEC 60502-2 or utility specification |
Testing topics to confirm +
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| Routine tests (every drum) | Conductor resistance, partial discharge test, voltage test (IEC 60502-2) |
|---|---|
| Type tests (per design) | Electrical type tests including bending, partial discharge, tan delta, heating cycle and impulse; non-electrical tests on materials (IEC 60502-2) |
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- Model-specific datasheet and approved drawings
- Applicable test reports and their coverage
- Inspection, packing and delivery requirements
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